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Just a heads up, if you do end up having to repay, make sure you get documentation of everything. I paid mine off and then six months later they tried to say I still owed. Thank god I kept all my receipts!
Omg that's terrifying. Did you have any trouble proving you'd paid?
It was a pain in the ass, but I eventually got it sorted. Took like a month of back and forth tho. Moral of the story: document EVERYTHING
This happened to me last year and I was freaking out! Here's what worked for me: 1) Don't panic - these things can often be resolved, 2) Gather all your paperwork (benefit statements, work search logs, everything), 3) Call the overpayment department specifically (different from regular EDD line), and 4) If you can't afford to pay back immediately, ask about hardship options. In my case, it turned out I had reported my part-time work correctly but their system had a glitch. Took 3 months to fix but they eventually cleared it. Good luck! 🤞
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! This is exactly the kind of detailed advice I was hoping to find. The part about calling the overpayment department specifically is super helpful - I didn't even know there was a separate line for that. It's also reassuring to hear that system glitches do happen and can be fixed, even if it takes time. Really appreciate you taking the time to break down the steps! 🙏
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Pro tip: If you haven't heard anything after 3 weeks, try reaching out to your local state representative's office. They can sometimes help expedite things!
How do you even find your local rep? 🤔
Just google '[your city] state representative' and it should come up. Most have contact forms on their websites for constituent services.
I'm currently waiting on my SDI claim too and it's been about 10 days since they received it. From what I'm seeing here, sounds like I'm still within the normal timeframe. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences - it helps to know what to expect! @Connor Richards, hope you hear back soon!
Hang in there everyone! I just got my approval letter today after exactly 16 days of waiting. It's such a relief! The timing really does seem to vary but most people here are right about the 2-3 week timeframe. @Connor Richards @Aisha Jackson - hopefully you both hear back soon too! 🤞
That's awesome news @Yara Nassar! 16 days isn't too bad at all. I'm on day 8 now so hopefully I'll hear something in the next week or so. It's really helpful seeing everyone's actual timelines instead of just guessing. @Connor Richards how are you holding up with the waiting?
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Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They can sometimes help speed things up with EDD. Worth a shot if you're having trouble.
I switched mine about 6 weeks ago and it took roughly 3 weeks to go into effect. One thing I wish someone had told me - make sure to screenshot or save confirmation of your direct deposit info submission because their system doesn't always keep good records. Also, don't throw away any checks you receive during the transition period until you're 100% sure direct deposit is working. The timing can be a bit unpredictable, but once it kicks in, it's so much more convenient than waiting for checks in the mail!
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I'm dealing with something similar right now - submitted my forms on time but still waiting on payment. One thing that helped me was sending a secure message through the EDD portal AND following up with a fax (yes, they still use fax!). The fax number for disability claims is 866-692-5558. Make sure to include your social security number and claim number on everything. Also, if you haven't already, try reaching out to your assembly member's office - they have caseworkers who specifically handle EDD issues and can sometimes get faster responses than calling directly. Hang in there! 🤞
This is incredibly helpful! I had no idea they still used fax - that's actually genius because it creates a paper trail. Definitely going to try the assembly member route too. Thank you so much for sharing these specific tips! 🙏
I've been through this exact same situation twice in the past year! Here's what finally worked for me: I called the EDD disability line (1-800-480-3287) every single day at exactly 8:00 AM for a week straight. On day 6, I finally got through and discovered they had flagged my account for "medical review" even though my doctor had already submitted all the required paperwork. The rep was able to see that my forms were received on time and released my payment within 3 business days. For the missing certification forms, they can email them to you if you ask - saves waiting for snail mail. Also, definitely keep calling about those missing forms because if you don't certify within the deadline, you'll lose those weeks of benefits permanently. Don't give up - you've got this! 💪
Giovanni Colombo
Ive been in your shoes and it SUCKS. heres what worked for me: 1. Call right when they open 2. Have all your docs ready 3. Be super nice to the rep (even tho you wanna scream) 4. Ask for a supervisor if the first person cant help 5. Follow up EVERY WEEK until its resolved Stay strong, you got this! 💪
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
•This is solid advice. Persistence is key with EDD!
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StarSurfer
I went through something similar when I was self-employed as a freelance graphic designer. The key is documentation! Here's what saved me: 1. **Tax documents**: Get copies of your Schedule C from your tax returns - this shows your business income/expenses 2. **1099s**: Collect all 1099-MISC or 1099-NEC forms from clients 3. **Bank statements**: Print statements showing deposits from real estate commissions 4. **Business records**: Any invoices, contracts, or commission statements you have 5. **Quarterly tax payments**: If you made estimated tax payments, include those records The appeal process is worth it - don't let them dismiss your case! When you submit your appeal, include a cover letter explaining that as a real estate agent, your income is commission-based and fluctuates. Attach everything above as proof of your actual earnings. Also, make sure you're applying based on your highest earning quarter in the base period (usually 12-18 months before your claim). Good luck! 🤞
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Ravi Choudhury
•This is incredibly detailed and helpful! I'm in a similar situation as a freelance photographer. Quick question - when you mention the "base period," how do I figure out which quarters that covers? Is it something EDD tells you or do I need to calculate it myself?
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